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Sep 17Judson University Named Among the Best Christian Colleges and Universities for 2019 by College Conse
Judson University Named Among the Best Christian Colleges and Universities for 2019 by College Consensus(ELGIN, IL – September 16, 2019) Judson University has been named among the Best Christian Colleges & Universities for 2019 by College Consensus. The comprehensive award from College Consensus is based on an objectively computed method, which allows universities to highlight what they do best. Judson was ranked no. 46 nationally, particularly reflecting its high student ratings and availability of
Sep 17Documenting Employee Performance Problems May Become Key Defense in Future Retaliation Claims
According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), retaliation claims continue to be the most frequently filed charges of discrimination at the federal agency by far. According to the EEOC’s Fiscal Year 2018 Enforcement and Litigation Data, retaliation claims made up 51.6 percent of all charges filed last year. Given their frequency, employers should be as proactive as possible in protecting themselves from these claims. The Seventh Circuit recently affirmed summary judgment in a Title
Sep 06Davidson, Pargman partner on new accounting firm
Melissa Davidson, CPA, and Kelly J. Pargman, CPA, have announced the founding of their new accounting firm, Davidson Pargman & Company, LLC. “Our focus is on timely, quality service and taking a personal interest in truly understanding our clients’ operations to address their business challenges and opportunities,” said Davidson. Pargman takes pride that the firm has been founded with a total commitment to building one-on-one relationships with each individual client. “Our goal is to provide businesses
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Sep 04The Elgin Symphony Orchestra Kicks Off its 70th Anniversary Season with a Performance At The Harris Theater for Music & Dance in Chicago
The Elgin Symphony Orchestra Kicks Off its 70th Anniversary Season with a Performance At The Harris Theater for Music & Dance in Chicago (Elgin, IL) The Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s (ESO) 70th Anniversary Season Classic Series will begin on Friday, September 13th at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Chicago followed by two performances at the Hemmens Cultural Center in Elgin. Led by Music Director, Andrew Hilary Grams, the Classic Series features traditional musical masterpieces by composers such as
Sep 03Centro de Información’s Annual Gala
Elgin, IL—Centro de Información will host its annual benefit gala and auction on Saturday, October 12, from 6PM to 9PM at Villa Olivia in Bartlett. Tickets, sponsorship information, and raffle tickets are now available at centro19.givesmart.com. This year’s event, Many Peoples, One Nation Celebration, will celebrate the beauty of diversity and togetherness found in true community. It will be a festive evening of delicious food, live music, cash prize drawings, and exciting live and silent auctions. With
Aug 29Conor Commercial expands in Elgin with two new buildings
Conor Commercial Real Estate recently held a grand opening ceremony for Northwest Pointe III, 2801 Galvin Drive in Elgin. The two new, speculative industrial buildings will be ready for occupancy by the end of the year and together measure over 349,000 square feet. The two new buildings sit on 20.54 acres, have a clear height of 32 feet, 20-28 truck docks per building, over 400 parking spaces and column spacing of 50 feet by 52 feet allowing for vast open areas inside the building.Read More
Aug 29Two new industrial buildings unveiled in Elgin
Elgin’s industrial space will expand with the opening of two new speculative industrial buildings on Galvin Drive and Higgins Road. The combined 349,000 square feet in new industrial space will be ready for occupancy later this year, an announcement from the Elgin Area Chamber said.Read More
Aug 29U-46, Alignment Collaborative for Education to Host 5th Annual Curriculum and Career Expo
More than 3,000 U-46 8th graders will get the opportunity next month to talk with local professionals who will share their journey from post-secondary education to the workforce. The District’s annual curriculum and career expo aims to show students the connection between academics and future careers at a time when they are beginning to recognize their interests and, together with their parents, teachers, and guidance counselors, plan for high school and beyond. As in recent years, the Alignment
Aug 29VNA Health Care Ranks in Top 10% of Health Centers in the Nation
Once again, VNA Health Care (VNA) has been recognized by The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as a National Quality Leader for outstanding clinical outcomes achieved in 2018. Mr. Douglas O’Brien, Regional Director for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Ms. Anne Huang, MS, RN Regional Nurse Consultant, Office of Regional Operations, Region 5, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), U.S. Department of
Aug 23Elgin Salvation Army brings new resource director on board
The Elgin Salvation Army’s red kettles are familiar to Rick Reigner. He has often dropped money into them at Christmastime. But as he settles into his new job as resource development director for the nonprofit organization, Reigner is learning just how much the Elgin Salvation Army counts on that money to help the community throughout the year and how it continually adapts to meet those needs.Read More
Aug 23Greater Elgin Family Care Center receives multiple national awards
Greater Elgin Family Care Center's 2018 outcomes on Bureau of Primary Health Care Clinical Indicators have been recognized as among the best of all Federally Qualified Health Centers in the United States and Illinois -- for the sixth year in a row! The Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration recognized Greater Elgin Family Care Center as a National Quality Leader, Health Center Quality Leader-Gold, Advancing HIT For Quality awardee, and Clinical Quality
Aug 23Craft Donuts and Coffee opens inside Gail Borden Library
The under-construction signs are gone, the plastic covers removed. After months of anticipation by Gail Borden Public Library employees and the public alike, Craft Donuts and Coffee opened inside the Elgin library. The coffee shop will sell 18 different handmade donuts, coffee, specialty drinks, and will soon begin selling sandwiches. Owners and managers of the shop said its location and new offerings should set it apart from its West Dundee and Des Plaines stores while also recreating the customer
Aug 21Gov. J.B. Pritzker Signs Into Law Debt Collection Reform Package; PNC Bank Wins Motion to Disqualify Its Law Firm in Breach-of-Lease Case
Governor J.B. Pritzker Signs Into Law Debt Collection Reform Package; PNC Bank Wins Motion to Disqualify Its Law Firm in Breach-of-Lease Case A. Governor J.B. Pritzker Signs Into Law Debt Collection Reform Package House Bill 88, known as the Consumer Fairness Act, was signed into law on Monday July 29, 2019 and became Public Act 101-0168. The new legislation, which takes effect January 1, 2020, could affect nearly one-in-five Illinoisans struggling to pay post-judgment debt. The law calls for
Aug 19U-46 Offers ‘Breakfast for All’ at More than 20 Schools
- As School District U-46 opens the doors for a new school year, students at 22 buildings will be able to enjoy a free breakfast meal before starting their school day. Twenty-one elementary schools and one middle school are now participating in the “Universal Breakfast” program, up from 14 elementary schools last spring. The program is an option at schools with high rates of free or reduced-priced eligible students in the federally-funded School Breakfast Program. The U.S. Department of Agriculture
Aug 19SCHOOL DISTRICT U-46 HAS A GARDEN PROGRAM AND NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT!
Exciting things are happening at the School District U-46 Food and Nutrition Service headquarters in Elgin! This summer the district broke ground on a sizeable vegetable garden plot on the open space next to their food service distribution center. The “Going Green with U-46” initiative is focused on building a new pipeline of fresh vegetables for U-46 students. The produce grown this season will supplement the fruits and vegetables served at the garden bars (salad bars) in operation at five district
Aug 19Made In Chicago: A1 Trophies & Awards
“People are usually celebrating something when they come to see us,” said Andy Nolan, owner of A1 Trophies and Awards in Streamwood. “One of the appeals of getting into this industry was the idea that almost anyone can be a customer, because I may do a name tag for a church, I may do an award for a not-for-profit, a municipality, a sports league, corporate, so everybody I meet is an opportunity for us.” A1 Trophies and Awards has been around for about 40 years. Andy Nolan is its third owner. Read More
Jul 02Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members!
Welcome to our new Chamber members in July! Calpine Energy Solutions Kyle Warford 1901 Esplande Drive, Suite 660 Downers Grove IL 60515 (630) 797-0736 www.calpinesolutions.com Utilities & Service Providers/Electric Service El Taco Alegre Mexican Grill Cristina Leon 154 E Chicago Street Elgin IL 60120 (224) 434-7431 www.facebook.com/El-Taco-Alegre-Mexican-Grill-357267711666276 Food & Beverages/Restaurants HFRI, LLC Carly Guerra 2500 Westfield Drive, Suite 2-300 Elgin IL 60124 (847)
Jul 02Thank you to these members who are celebrating their anniversary with the Elgin Area Chamber:
Thanks you to these members for renewing their investments and congratulations on your anniversary! Celebrating 60-69 YearsBazos, Freeman, Schuster & Pope, LLCEasterseals DuPage & Fox ValleyHoffer Plastics Corporation Celebrating 40 - 49 yearsHuck Bouma PC Celebrating 30 - 39 yearsAssociation for Individual DevelopmentDundee Animal Hospital of ElginFox Valley Fire & Safety Co.Girl Scouts of Northern IllinoisSingles Roofing & Construction Co.Tom's Auto ClinicVNA Health Care Celebrating 20 - 29 yearsAmerican
Jul 01EAC's Business Review Newsletter for July 2019
This is the monthly newsletter of the Elgin Area Chamber for July, 2019
Jun 26Legalization of Recreational Marijuana Use – Employer Impact
By Joshua A. Nesser, Lavelle Law•25 Jun, 2019 On June 25, 2019, Governor Pritzker signed into law the Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act, which will legalize the recreational use of marijuana in Illinois by individuals 21 years old or older as of January 1, 2020. While the Act may be a cause for celebration for many, it likely is a cause of concern for employers, as it further complicates the already complex landscape of substance use and abuse by employees. It is imperative that employers consult with
Jun 21Ready – Set – Grill (Safely)
SERVPRO cleanup and restoration specialists in the Elgin area offer tips to homeowners for a sizzling and safe summer grilling season Elgin, IL (Grassroots Newswire) June 18, 2019 -- According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), July is the peak month for grilling fires, followed by June, May, and August.1 Annually, U.S. fire departments respond to an average of 10,200 home fires each year involving grills, hibachis, or barbeques. With the summer season fast approaching, SERVPRO® fire and
Jun 18MIddleby Acquires SsBrewtech
The Middleby Corp. said it has acquired Ss Brewtech, a maker of professional craft brewing and beverage equipment, based in Santa Ana, CA. Terms of the acquisition were not announced. Founded in 2013, Ss Brewtech has $20 million in annual revenues and was the first to introduce professional-grade brewing equipment for the small scale craft brewing industry. The company will operate as an autonomous business unit within Middleby. “Ss Brewtech provides a best-in-class craft brewing platform,
May 20Elgin honored in special ceremony for receiving Silver SolSmart designation Illinois now home to more communities earning the distinction than any other state
Elgin, IL- In a ceremony packed with local, state and national officials, other leaders and VIPs, Elgin received an award at Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont for earning the highly-coveted SolSmart Silver Designation. This important achievement furthers solar power growth in the community with resulting new job creation, economic development and reduced carbon emissions. Twenty-two other communities were similarly honored. The communities “did an exceptional job, working tirelessly in a multitude of
May 01Happy Anniversary to our Elgin Area Chamber members
Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: Celebrating 60 - 69 YearsCity of ElginElgin AcademyGolden Corridor Family YMCALaird Funeral HomeLundstrom Insurance Agency, Inc Celebrating 30 - 39 YearsBurnidge Properties, Ltd.Daily Herald Media GroupSenior Services AssociatesShales McNutt ConstructionThe Learning Tree Child Care CenterThe Literacy Connection Celebrating 20 - 29 YearsAmerican NTN Bearing Manufacturing Corp.Rotary Club of Elgin
May 01Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members
Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber Members in May: Allstate Insurance - Chavez Insurance Group Inc Jose Chavez 48 S McLean Boulevard South Elgin IL 60177 (630) 908-5200 www.agents.allstate.com/jose-chavez-south-elgin-il Financial & Insurance Services/Insurance & Investments B & C Enterprises Inc Erik Bauer 2482 Technology Drive Elgin IL 60124 (847) 930-5859 www.bcentinc.com Business Services/General Contractors Caffé Mariani - Java and Gelato Randy & Lisa Mariani 3145 West, Highway
Mar 04Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members!
Thank you to these Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with us! Celebrating more than 60 yearsElgin Community CollegeMueller & Co LLP Celebrating 30 - 39 yearsBrittain’s Express Oil & Lube Inc. Celebrating 30 - 39 yearsCelebrating 20 to 29 yearsFASTSIGNSLauderdale Electric, Inc.PR Strategies & CommunicationsSynergy Inc.The Salvation Army Celebrating 10 - 19 yearsBlock AdvisorsComcast BusinessElgin Youth Symphony OrchestraFountain Square on the RiverFox River Horizon Pace Suburban
Mar 01Welcome to our New Members in March
Welcome to our new members in March: BidBuyorTry P.O. Box 5176 Elgin IL 60121 (224) 407-2140 www.bidbuyortry.com Business Services/Advertising Customer Service Solutions Inc. P.O. Box 7732 Algonquin IL 60102 (847) 529-1811 www.customerservsolutions.com Business Services/Business Training Eternal Tan 344 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 429-2400 Home & Family/Beauty Services In the Light Studios 454 Shannon Parkway Elgin IL 60124 (224)
Feb 28Fitch once again affirms AAA Bond Rating for Elgin
Fitch once again affirms AAA Bond Rating for Elgin Elgin, IL - The city of Elgin received a “AAA, Outlook Stable” financial rating from Fitch Ratings, confirming the city’s history of strong financial management. The AAA bond rating, affirmed on February 25, 2019, is the agency’s top rating. "The reaffirmation of the city's AAA bond rating reflects the city council's sound financial management and commitment to decision making that plans for the future," said Chief Financial Officer Debra
Feb 01Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in February!
Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in February! Alianza Hispana Income Tax - Elgin Elia Rodriguez 606 Dundee Avenue Elgin IL 60120 (630) 974-1450 www.alianzahispanainc.com Financial & Insurance Services/Tax Preparation DexYP Diette Barnett 2200 W Airfield Drive DFW Airport TX 75261 (972) 453-7790 www.dexyp.com Business Services/Marketing Heritage Woods of South Elgin Chakeya Jenkins 700 N McLean Boulevard South Elgin Illinois 60177 (847)
Jan 10Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members!
Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: 60 + Years Fox River Trolley Museum Gail Borden Public Library Scheflow & Rydell Ziegler's Ace Hardware 50 to 59 Years A to Z Rentals Biggers Chevrolet 30 to 39 Years Herb's Bakery Inc. 20 to 29 Years A1 Trophies & Awards, Inc. Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Starck Real Estate-Elgin Hy-Tech CARSTAR Auto Body Middleby Marshall
Jan 01EAC's Business Review Newsletter for January 2019
EAC's Business Review Newsletter for January 2019
Jan 01Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in January!
Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in January! ACL Self Storage LLCStephanie Wells1741 Weld Road Elgin Il 60123 (847) 697-4440www.aclstorage.netCommercial & Residential Services/Storage Facilities Alexander Plumbing and SewerPatrick Sakolari221 E Chicago Street # 9 Elgin IL 60120 (847) 742-0541www.alexanderplumbingcontractor.comCommercial & Residential Services/Plumbers Collision Center & Glass IncElvy Aguilar939 Davis Road Elgin IL 60123 (847)
Dec 01EAC's Business Review Newsletter for December 2018
Here is the December 2018 issue of our monthly Business Connection newsletter:
Dec 01Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members!
Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: Greater Than 60 Years Elgin Symphony Orchestra Judson University Mueller & Co LLP 40 to 49 Years Presence Saint Joseph Hospital 30 to 39 Years CES Group, Inc. Manpower Tom's Auto Clinic 20 to 29 Years A-Tech Computer Service, Inc. Behning Custom Carpentry Ltd. Bennigan's Restaurant Columbia College of Missouri, Elgin Holiday Inn Hotel &
Dec 01Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in December!
Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in December!American Eagle Bank Greg Lieser 556 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 742-7400 www.americaneaglebank.com Financial & Insurance Services/Bank Buffalo Wild Wings Joe Ross 402 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 697-5736 www.buffalowildwings.com Food & Beverages/Restaurants Building & Fire Code Academy Sonya Shearer 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin IL 60124 (847) 428-2951 www.bfcacademy.com Education & Training/Education
Nov 01Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members!
Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: Celebrating 40 - 49 years Presence Saint Joseph HospitalCelebrating 20 - 29 years Township of ElginCelebrating 10 - 19 years Courtyard & Townplace Suites by Marriott Tighe, Kress & Orr, P.C. Celebrating 5 - 9 years Engineered Components Company Epic Air Hargrave Builders Inc. Mark Your Space, Inc. Celebrating 1 - 4 years 79 Ratio,
Nov 01Five Fabulous Facts for November
This is an exciting time to be in Elgin! Our Enhancing Elgin Committee works to provide information about the many positive things about our city that are solidifying our reputation as The City in the Suburbs. Visit our website at ElginChamber.com/Fab5 or follow Enhancing Elgin on Facebook and Twitter (@EnhancingElgin) or search the hashtag #ElginIL to learn more about what makes Elgin the great place to live, work, learn, do business, get involved, visit and enjoy. Thanks to all the creative residents
Nov 01Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in November!
Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in November! iFiber in Partnership with Kane County Steve Smorkol 3100 N Sycamore Road Dekalb IL 60115 (815) 753-8113 www.ifiber.org Technology Sales & Service World Finance Corporation Altovise Goble 357 S Randall Road Elgin IL 60123 (847) 468-0106 www.loansbyworld.com Financial Services/Loans CorporateIT Department Mark Peloquin 720 S Eastwood Drive #180 Woodstock IL 60098 (815) 701-9292 www.corpitdept.com Computer &
Oct 24Toastmasters- Listen, Learn and Lead Regular Meeting
Listen, Learn & Lead meets on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of every month from 4pm - 5pm at the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce.Every Toastmaster's Journey Starts with a Single Speech Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. The organization’s membership exceeds 352,000 in more than 16,400 clubs in 141 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people of all backgrounds build
Oct 01Five Fabulous Facts for October
This is an exciting time to be in Elgin! Our Enhancing Elgin Committee works to provide information about the many positive things about our city that are solidifying our reputation as The City in the Suburbs. Visit our website at ElginChamber.com/Fab5 or follow Enhancing Elgin on Facebook and Twitter (@EnhancingElgin) or search the hashtag #ElginIL to learn more about what makes Elgin the great place to live, work, learn, do business, get involved, visit and enjoy. Congrats toEcker Center for Mental
Oct 01Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members!
Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: Celebrating 60+ years Cap & Seal LP School District U-46 Celebrating 50 - 59 years Church of the Brethren Celebrating 40 - 49 years Elgin Community Broadcasting LLC. WRMN 1410AM Radio Celebrating 30 - 39 years Hampton, Lenzini & Renwick, Inc. M-TEK, Inc. Porte Brown LLC Celebrating 20 - 29 years Village of Hoffman Estates A1 Trophies &
Sep 01Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in Septermber!
Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in Septermber! Associated Bank Ana Perez 16 N Spring Street Elgin IL 60120 (847) 214-2466 www.AssociatedBank.com Financial Services/Banks Cafe Revive Jesus Aguirre 51 S Grove Avenue Elgin IL 60120 (847) 529-1324 www.cafereviveelgin.com Food & Beverages/Restaurants Chicago Charter Bus Company Ivelisse Rodriguez 8913 S Cornell Avenue Chicago IL 60617 (202) 903-0059 www.chicagobuschartercompany.com Accommodations/Transportation Elgin
Sep 01Elgin's Five Fabulous Facts for September
This is an exciting time to be in Elgin! Our Enhancing Elgin Committee works to provide information about the many positive things about our city that are solidifying our reputation as The City in the Suburbs. Visit our website at ElginChamber.com/Fab5 or follow Enhancing Elgin on Facebook and Twitter (@EnhancingElgin) or search the hashtag #ElginIL to learn more about what makes Elgin the great place to live, work, learn, do business, get involved, visit and enjoy. Thanks to the Elgin Breakfast Rotary
